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American Contribution to POW Survival
Mr. MacDonell praises the contributions made by the American Army. Their level of generosity and concern for their well being was overwhelming.
No Canadians Would Leave the Camp
Now free, yet still in camp, the Canadians decided to stay put until rescued..
POW Painted on the Roof
With the realization the war was over, Canadian soldiers began to gather food and signal to the American planes.
We Couldn’t Reveal the Radio
Mr. MacDonell describes the days surrounding the surrender of the Japanese.
The Dropping of the Bomb Saved Us
Mr. MacDonell explains that with the help of the radio, the prisoners were made aware of the dropping of the bomb and that things were coming to an end.
Obtaining Parts for a Radio Receiver
Mr. MacDonell speaks about a dangerous undertaking by fellow POW’s stealing parts and building a radio receiver.
Canadian Families Knew Nothing
Mr. MacDonell tells how the Canadian families back home were in the dark about their capture and how they eventually found out.
Debilitating Health
Mr. MacDonell shares his countless bouts with a variety of diseases and infections.
Putting Dignity Aside
Mr. MacDonell talks more about daily life as a prisoner.
Typical Day as a POW
Mr. MacDonell describes his daily routine while working at the mine and the general treatment given by the Japanese army.
Physically Unfit to Work
Mr. MacDonell describes his physical state and inability to function all the while keeping hope alive.
Japanese Treatment Towards POW’s
Mr. MacDonell gives his thoughts on why they may have been treated so badly.
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